The Hockey Pro Training Podcast: Recent Episodes
Matt Korthuis
The hockey pro training podcast will be dedicated to helping hockey players by providing the best and latest information from the best coaches from around the world. Our goal is to share ideas and tips in order to make sure hockey players have the best opportunities to make their own hockey dreams come true.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with legendary motivational speaker Dan Blackburn!
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In this episode of the podcast me and Pittsburgh Penguins Skills & Development coach Kevin Muller answer the question: Do I have to train 24/7 to become a successful hockey player
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In this episode of the podcast I tell the story of my first finals game 7 appearance and what I learned from it.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with Finnish skating specialist Lari Joutsenlahti.
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In this episode of the podcast I share with you 3 reason why youre not finding success as a hockey player.
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In this episode of the podcast I talk about why mental training matters and why you need to make it part of your training protocol today!
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In this episode of the podcast I talk about mental rehearsal or visualization, how to add to your game and how it will help you take things to the next level.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down for part 2 of my interview with legendary NHL level shooting and scoring coach Tim Turk.
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In this episode of the podcast, me and professional hockey player Jake Newton talk about what it was like moving away from home to pursue our hockey dreams at a young age.
We also share some thoughts on what players and parents who are about to do the same can expect.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and talk with NHL Shooting & Scoring Coach Tim Turk.
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In this episode of the podcast me and pro hockey player Jake Newton talk about how to best approach tryouts and become a big game.
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Kevin has made a name for himself by blending his passion for hockey and technology into a unique training experience. His use of visual feedback and technical detail have made him a highly sought after skills coach across North America.
Kevin has been working in private hockey training facilities and running numerous camps and clinics since 2002. In 2006 he formed online training and coaching website HockeyShare. In 2014 Kevin co-founded hockey training center LM Precision Training in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He currently works with a number of professional, collegiate, junior, and AAA athletes. Kevin also brings 15 years of team coaching at the bantam and midget levels as well as 3 years of hockey director experience.
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In this episode of the podcast we discuss the "mistake mentality" and how to get over it.
We also discuss the effect screen time is having on todays players and whether or not kids of today are different from 10-15 years ago.
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In this episode of the podcast myself and professional hockey player Jake Newton talk about how to start a healthy lifestyle, not always listening to your coach, and why it isn't always all about you.
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In this episode of the podcast I welcome back KHL Skills & Development Coach Ted Suihkonen.
We talk about what it takes to receive a division 1 scholarship, play in Europe and coach at the highest levels.
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On today's episode of the podcast I chat with Pro Hockey Player Jake Newton. And talk about the importance of setting goals, and making sure we have a plan each and every day!
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In this episode of the podcast I answer the question:
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In this episode of the podcast I answer the question:
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with Chicago Blackhawks strength and development coach Christian Burrus
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with the hardest working man in hockey Kevin Porter. During our conversation we talk about a few things going on with my favourite team, the Toronto Maple Leafs. And we also dive into what his experience was like trying out for the Rapid City Rush of the ECHL.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and talk with skills and development coach Pavel Barber.
During our conversation we talk about where it all started for him as a hockey player, how he got into the game and why he is still so passionate about it today. We also dive into a few different thoughts and ideas on how to be proactive in your own development as a hockey player, why using video is important and why being a student of the game matters.
We also talk about why having a positive relationship with failure is key to getting you to the next level in whatever skillset you're attempting to master.
And finally we both share a little bit about our struggles with mental health and anxiety and give you guys a few tips on how to deal with the pressures and stress that the game of hockey can bring.
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On todays episode of the podcast I welcome back KHL Skills & Development Coach Ted Suihkonen
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On this episode on the podcast I welcome on hockey player Ali Stead. Ali has only been playing the game of hockey for 2.5 years, she didn't pick up the sport until she was 24 years of age, but has made incredible progress in all areas of her game in a very short amount of time. I really wanted to have her on the podcast and get a chance to pick her brain and find out how she's manage to develop her game at such a rapid pace.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with former professional hockey player, turned skills & development coach/Head Coach Andrey Levitin.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with NHL Shooting and Scoring Coach Tim Turk.
Tim has been coaching the game of hockey and the art of shooting for 35+ years, and 20 of those years have been spent working at the NHL level.
During our conversation we talk about how he got into coaching, who got him started in the shooting business and why its important as a coach to never stop learning, keep an open mind and be yourself.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with hockey player Kyle Bergh. We talk about what its like dealing with the pressures of playing junior hockey, overcoming concussions and other adversity's and whats it like making the jump from Junior Hockey to College Hockey.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with KHL Skills and Development Coach Ted Suihkonen.
During the episode we discuss different ways that players and coaches alike can and should be using video to their advantage. Sitting down and doing a video session doesn't always have to be a negative thing, self improvement requires self reflection and video is a great tool to improve that process. We also answer some of your questions from instagram and share a few great tips on ways for players and coaches to crush it this season!
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In this episode of the podcast I welcome back my good friend and professional hockey player Jake Newton. During our conversation we share with you guys a few mindset hacks that you can use to make sure you optimize your confidence heading into the season, and a few things to focus on when looking to crush it at tryouts
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In this episode of the podcast I share with you my Top 5 Tips for you to have the best season of your career.
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Kevin Rempel is a 2013 World Champion and 2014 Sochi Paralympic bronze medalist in sledge hockey who has an incredible story of overcoming a tremendous amount of adversity.
Paralyzed after a motocross crash in 2006, Kevin had to face unsurmountable odds while learning to walk again at the age of 23. Adding to this, Kevin had to deal with his father, Gerry, who also was living in a wheelchair. While deer hunting, Gerry fell from a tree leaving him a complete paraplegic one year from retirement. Unfortunately Gerry couldn’t deal with living with his circumstances and took his own life in July 2007.
That following year, “Remps” as he likes to be called by his friends, found sledge hockey and set his sights on making Team Canada and playing in the Paralympics. Since then he has travelled the world, inspired thousands of people, and has published his autobiography titled "Still Standing - When You Have Every Reason To Give Up, Keep Going"
Kevin’s story has been featured around the world on TSN, BBC Sport, CBC and CTV. To this day Kevin still loves to ride his motorcycle and is focused on helping grow the sport of sledge hockey through his newest venture, the Sledge Hockey Experience.
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In today's episode of the podcast I sit down and talk with one of my former teammates Matt Reid.
Matt had a very impressive playing career having played for the US National Team at U-16 and U-17 representing the US in Germany and Japan. Reid was selected by the Ottawa 67’s in the OHL Priority Selection Draft but chose to attend Northwood Prep where he committed to Clarkson University (NCAA-D-I) where he won an ECAC Championship in 1999.
After his college career Matt received a contract in the Washington Capitals Organization where he played for the Portland Pirates and then went on to play Pro Hockey in Europe. Following his return to the United States, Matt played 4 seasons with Hershey Bears and South Carolina Stingrays. During his professional playing career Matt was a part of 4 Championship teams, received numerous team MVP and Offensive awards, and was coached by several current NHL coaches.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with hockey player, firefighter and paramedic Kevin Porter.
Kevin is a 43 year old free agent who works full time as firefighter and paramedic and is training and working towards a pro hockey contract. Kevin in one of the most inspiring guys I've come across on social media and am grateful to have had the opportunity to share some of his story.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with former NHL tough guy John Scott. During our conversation we talk about his road to the NHL, what he thinks about fighting in todays game, and how he got himself ready on a nightly basis to do arguably one of the toughest jobs in all of sports.
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In today's episode of the podcast I sit down with Strength and Conditioning Specialist Ray LeBlanc.
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In this episode of the podcast I welcome back skating specialist Jason Yee and dive into why he created the Downhill Skating system and what motivates him to study the game and players skating tendencies so rigorously on a daily basis.
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In this episode of the podcasts I sit down and chat with Skills & Development coach Karl Linden. We talk about habits that high end players have and how you can work towards adding these to your game.
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In this episode podcast I share with you the #1 thing that will allow you to take your game and your quality of life to the next level.
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In this episode I welcome back skills & development coach Brian Slugocki.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with former NHLer turned meditation and mindfulness coach Kris Beech.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with coach and hockey content creator Jeremy Rupke from How To Hockey.
Jeremy is a guy who I have followed for some time now. I have a tremendous amount of respect for what he does and what he's created with How To Hockey. He's done so much for the sport on a global level and was the main guy who I looked to for advice, inspiration and ideas when I started sharing my coaching journey and life on social media.
I know you guys will enjoy this episode and we will talk to you at the next one.
Bye for now,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast Dr Cassidy Preston returns and we dive deeper into all things mindset and what it takes to be a leader within a hockey team and in life.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with my good friend and professional hockey player Jake Newton.
During our conversation we talk about what a day in the life looks like for him as he approaches his ninth pro season. How he trains his body, how he trains his mind and what his diet looks like these days.
Thanks again to Jake for taking the time to chat!
Until the next one,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I answer the question, should hockey players have to fight?
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and talk with Dr. Cassidy Preston and discuss why training your brain is just as important as training your body.
During out talk he also shares with you guys a few great tips on how to get out of a slump, remain focused in between shifts and when it really matters, and why its important to start focusing on progress over achievement.
Thanks again to Dr. Preston for taking the time, I know you guys will enjoy this one and get a ton of value from it.
See you at the next one!
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I sat down and talked with former Division 1 hockey player turned skills coach Kevin Shier.
During our conversation we discussed Kevin's unconventional route to a division 1 scholarship, and why he ultimately decided to shut it down after 1 season and return home. We get into why he lost his love for the game and how he has found it once again through coaching.
This is a podcast about grinding it out and finding a way, while at the same time knowing whats best for you long term and always trusting your gut.
Thanks again to Kevin for taking the time and we will see you at the next one.
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with former professional hockey player turned skills and development coach Jason Yee.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with Buttendz founder and former professional hockey player Robert Lalonde.
During our conversation we talk about what kind of gear we were into coming up, discuss our favourite sticks of all time and Rob talks little bit about what it was like growing up with and playing along side 2 time Stanley Cup Champion Brooks Orpik.
We also talk about some of the struggles he's had as well, how he was able to bounce back from a career ending to concussion, and why he decided to quit drinking and get sober.
This was another fantastic conversation with another fantastic person.
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In this episode of the podcast I share with you guys a few tips on how to how to add power to your shot, what the proper mechanics should look like and a few reasons you may be struggling.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with KHL Skills Coach Ted Suihkonen.
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In this episode of the podcast I share with you guys a few simple ways to make meal prep easier, and make sure that you always have healthy and delicious food at your disposal.
I also share a few of my go to meals that are easy to make, nutritious and that pretty much anybody can throw together.
Hope you found this helpful and we will see you at the next one.
Matt
In this episode of the podcast I answer the question:
Should hockey players drink alcohol?
I also go into a little bit about my history in terms of drinking and if I still drink today.
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In this episode I had the opportunity to sit down and talk hockey with Andrei Lavrov from @lavrovhockey
Andrei is a coach at the Red Bull Training Academy in Salzburg Austria, and a former development coach and analyst for the Russian national team.
And just like one of our past podcast guests @larijoutsenlahtihe’s also a former Red Bull Crashed Ice athlete. This is another must listen for any player, coach or hockey parent who’s looking to learn from one of the best coaches in the game today.
Thanks again to Andrei for taking the time. Much appreciated my man!
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On this episode of the podcast I sit down with plant based athlete and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt Jay Oliveira. We talk all about how he got into Jiu-Jitsu, what propelled his success, and how changing his diet changed his life.
Jay has been thriving on the whole foods Plant-Based lifestyle since 2011. After experiencing first hand the health benefits of plant based living, he obtained a certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition through eCornell. Jay is 44 years old and has been training and successfully competing in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu since 2009. Jay has been passionate about sharing the countless benefits of this lifestyle through social media for the last several years.
I appreciated Jay stopping by and sharing his story, and I thank you guys for taking the time to listen. Would love to hear your thoughts on this episodes, please hit me up over on Instagram if you want to share your thoughts.
We will see you at the next one.
Take care,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast, long time skills and development coach Jim Vitale joins. During our conversation we get deep into the forward stride mechanics and talk about how you can make yourself a more efficient and faster skater, and what you can look for as a coach when training your players how to skate.
The game of hockey has never been faster and never been more skating focused, so it was a pleasure to sit down and picks Jim's brain and here a few of his thoughts on the game today, where players can improve and like I said, really dial in that forward stride and make sure you have your technique optimized.
Thanks again to Jim for taking the time, and we will talk you at the next one!
Matt,
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In this episode of the podcast I answer a question from instagram and talk about why its important to stay in the moment, control the things that you can control and get stuck into the process.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with professional hockey player Mccauley John.
We discuss what its like playing hockey in Europe and adjusting to not only a new style of game but a completely new style of life. We also share a few wild junior stories and talk about what its like coming up in the game.
I hope you guys enjoy this one and we will see you at the next one.
Take care,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I give a quick recap about why Ive been up to and whats going on in my life. I also talk about why its important to surround yourself with the right people when looking to level up.
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What is the 1 thing you need to get done is order to get the ball rolling in the right direction? We all have it, we all have that 1 thing that we've been putting off, that if we just sucked it up and got it done it would level us up in one way or another.
Think about it, whats your 1 thing? Get after it, get it done and watch the momentum start to build!
In this episode of the podcast I had the opportunity to sit down with Finnish skating coach Lari Joutsenlahti.
Lari has an interesting story and actually got his start as a skating instructor by participating in Red Bull Crashed Ice events. He now works with players all over the world and is one of the most dedicated, hard working and passionate coaches I know.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with long time coach Jeremy Weiss and get some of his thoughts around practice planning, skill development and what are some of the more power tools coaches can use to get the most of not only their practices but their players as well.
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I woke up fired up this morning and I wanted to share some of that energy with you guys.
In this podcast I talk about why I think having a vision and a goal of what you want to do is an amazing thing, but if we dont wake up every single day with a plan and a chip away day by day attitude than thats all it is just a dream.
Get out there, get started and get after it and make it happen!
In this episode of the podcast I break down last nights Bruins Vs Leafs game 7 matchup. I also share a few tips on how to prepare for the big game and how to bounce back and deal with a tough loss.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with two coaches I have a tremendous amount of respect for and discuss the do's and dont's when it comes to off-season training.
Brian Slugocki and John Kennedy are both coaches who have been in the game a long time and both offer a lot of great advice on where to start and what to do when looking to get out there and get after it this summer.
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In this episode of the podcast I share with you guys 5 little things that you can add to your hockey game to make you a more effective overall player.
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with legendary strength coach and speaker Dan Blackburn.
We breakdown last nights Leafs vs Bruins game, and discuss what habits the good players have in their game that makes them great!
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I had a player reach out to me this week telling me that someone had mentioned to them that they were too small to play in the NHL or play professional hockey of any kind for that matter.
In this episode of the podcast I share my thoughts on that topic and a few things you should be focusing on instead of your height.
Enjoy,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I answer the question that is on everyones mind, and that is. What do I eat for breakfast:)
This is my attempt to share a few new ideas with people in the hopes of getting them on a healthier eating program, this is not nutritional advice or me telling anyone what to do.
Enjoy!
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In this episode of the podcast we experiment with the 3 way Skype call, and I sit down with past podcast guest and now good friends Jake Newton and Justin Barnett.
In this episode of the podcast we talk about why being aware of your thoughts and your actions is key to getting yourself to the next level, while at the same time starting to eliminate back habits and non serving behaviour patterns.
I hope you listen to this one with an open mind and can appreciate how difficult it is to share ones personal story, we only do so in the hope of connecting with and helping others who may be going through the same.
Thanks for listening and we appreciate your time.
Matt, Jake, Justin
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In the episode of the podcast I answer a question from one of my Instagram followers. I discuss how to best prepare for tryouts and how to be successful at them.
A few things I go over in this episode:
-What to do the week of your tryout.
-Why proper sleep, nutrition and hydration are vital.
-How mediation and visualization can help prepare you for success.
-Being in the moment and blocking out all outside noise.
I hope you guys got something out of this episode, thanks for talking to the time to check it out and I will see you at the next one!
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down with fellow coach Brian Slugocki. Brian is a guy who I've been following for some time now, and when I recently found out that not only was he a coach, but also has a degree in psychology I know he was someone I needed to chat with more and have on the podcast. And he certainly didn't disappoint.
During our conversation we cover a wide array of topics such as:
-How daily habits on the ice and off affect your long term goals
-What it was like working with skills and development coach Daryl Belfry
-How to get out of your head and play the game shift by shift and in the moment
-His coaching philosophy, and how applying certain phycological concepts can boost your performance in every aspect of your game.
Brian is a wealth of knowledge and very passionate about helping his players improve every single aspect of their game. I would like to thank him once again for sharing his time and his knowledge with not only myself but with the followers of this podcast, Im sure you will have many take aways and eye opening moment during this one. Enjoy!
Happy Training,
Matt
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In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with coach Pete Kamman from Elevated hockey. Pete's a guy who I honestly didn't know much about before sitting down and recording this podcast, but quickly found out how much passion he had for the game and some of the things that he has down to grown the game in non traditional hockey markets such India and Africa. He's currently tackling the hockey world in Montana and doing a great job in the process.
He's also a guy who's extremely passionate about growing the game at a grassroots level, and much like myself he really enjoys getting out there and working with the young guns and takes great pride in not only seeing them improve their skills but more importantly enjoy the game.
If you're into hockey and enjoy a good travel story then this podcast is for you! Thanks again for the time coach Pete! until the next one.
Coach Matt
In this episode of the podcast I sit down with former professional hockey player and designer of the Mars Blade Roller Frame Per Mars.
Per grew up playing hockey in a small town in Sweden and then went on to play juniors in the United States and even got himself drafted by the Columbus Blue Jackets.
A back injury forced Per to retire, but it also forced him to think about a new way of training and also a new way of making a living and spending his time, and thats where the Mars Blades come into the picture. We talk about how he came up with the original idea, his time playing hockey in the States and in Sweden, and he also shares some of his thoughts on kids training year round and how he used to spend his summers growing up.
This is a great episode with a great guy who really understands the game and what it takes to play at the top level.
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In this episode of the podcast I welcome back the first guest I ever had on the show John kennedy Jr. John is currently living, coaching and growing the game of hockey down under in Australia, and is one of the most passionate and dedicated coaches there are in the game today.
During our conversations we talk about what it means to engineer a "complete athlete" As well as share some of our thoughts and ideas about things coaches new to the game can do to grown their confidence and presence out on the ice.
Coaching isn't easy, it can be very challenging and even lonely at times, and for that reason I really enjoy having other intelligent coaches on the podcast and getting the opportunity to pick their brains and learn a little bit more about their own coaching styles and philosophies.
Thanks again to John for sharing his time and will we talk to you guys at the next one!
Take care,
Matt
This was an interesting one and I knew it would be. Justin is a kid who grew up playing hockey in Arizona. Moved up to Canada to play his Junior hockey. And then went on to play professionally in the US, Russia and now most recently in France.
He’s also a guy who has a lot of interests outside of hockey and I respect that about him. We chat about everything he’s into and what’s next for him. We also exchange panic attack stories and talk about how taxing chasing the hockey dream can be on one’s mental state and why it’s important to continually be aware of it and take care or yourself first.
Thanks again my friend for taking the time. I appreciate your work and I’ll see ya at the next one!
In this episode of the podcast I get the opportunity to sit down and chat with KHL skills and development coach Ted Suihkonen. Ted is a guy I've been trying to coordinate a podcast with for some time now, he's a coach Ive followed since I got into the game, someone I have a tremendous amount of respect for and someone I've learned a lot from along my own coaching journey.
During our conversation we discuss what it was like growing up and playing hockey in Minnesota, and having the opportunity to play high school hockey in front of 18,000 people. We also get into how he got into coaching, some of his coaching philosophies and how he found his way to Russia where he is now the skills and development coach for HC Lokomotiv in he KHL.
Like I said Ted is a guy that I have been following and leaning from for a while now, so it was an honour to have him on the podcast and talk some shop. He is a guy that does things the "right way" and a guy that has worked for and earned all the success that is coming his way today. Ted is someone that I looked up to in the coaching world not just because of where he is, but more so because of how he carries himself and how he got there.
I know you guys will enjoy this one, and like always thanks for stopping by and taking in interest in what it is we are trying do here!
Until the next one,
Happy Training
Matt
In this episode of the podcast I sit down and chat with one of my favourite guys in the hockey world, former professional hockey player and CO-Founder of a hockey company called Buttendz Robert LaLonde.
We talk about all things hockey in this one and dive into his playing career when I ask him how close he came to actually making to the NHL. You see Rob spent his entire career playing in the ECHL and getting a handful of call ups to the American League where he was realistically one step away from accomplishing every kids dream of playing in the NHL. Exciting right? We go over what that was like being so close, not only physically but emotionally as well, where one day your up and the next your down, literally.
We also talk about how he came up with the idea for his company Buttendz. And how his passion for the game of hockey has carried over into his business, and why trusting and believing in yourself and your own intuition is not only important on the ice but off it as well.
I appreciate Rob giving me some of his time today and I look forward to getting him back on the podcast and doing it again soon!
Until the next one,
Happy Training
Matt
In this episode of the podcast I share a few thoughts on why I think goal setting is important for hockey players, and especially hockey players who are looking to accomplish big things and take their games to the next level.
I also go over 3 tips to make sure your goal not only gets set but it also gets reached. I talk about the importance of writing it down, seeing it your mind and truly believing that it can happen. I go over why staying consistent and chipping away day after day is crucial to your success. And why you should really start to enjoy the process of putting in the work every day, while at the same time being grateful for the opportunity to chase down your hockey dreams on a daily basis.
I hope you enjoyed this episode of the podcast and we will see you at the next one!
Happy Training,
Matt
In this episode of the podcast I answer a question from one of our Hockeyprotraining.com members regarding what foods to eat before, during and after games. I also share a few tips and ideas on how you can get your team, your friends or even your family to start making healthier choices without coming off as pushy or preachy.
Changing the way I eat and paying attention to whats foods went into my body and more importantly why? Not only changed how I felt on the ice, but also improved every single aspect of my life off it as well. Knowing what the right foods to eat in today’s none stop fad diet society can be very confusing and I get that, In this episode I hope to clear up some of that confusion. I hope you enjoy it, and if you have any further diet or nutrition related questions don’t hesitate to click reply and hit me up.
Until the next one. Happy training, Coach Matt
In this episode of the podcast I talk about how to get the most of out of your practices and find ways to improve upon your individual skills at all times. I also share a few tips with you guys on how to improve your speed with the puck, and making sure that we’re moving our feet and skating just as fast with it as without it.
I also share a few things I’ve learned transitioning from a player to a coach and a few of the attributes that I brought with me from my playing days into my now coaching career.
Hope you guys enjoyed this episode of the podcast and we will see you at the next one!
Happy Training,
Matt
In this episode of the podcast I sit down with my buddy and professional hockey player Jake Newton. I had Jake on the podcast back on episode two and near the end of the first show we started really getting into the mindset required to become a professional hockey player, and an overall well rounded and happy person. I found this topic to be a very interesting one and I know many others do as well. So I decided it would be a good idea to get him back on the show, dive a little deeper and share with you guys a few ways you can start changing the way you think, for the better.
Jake credits a lot of his success this season to the work that he’s put in not in the gym or on the ice, but the work that he has put into himself and the way that he thinks about and see’s the game. As he mentions during the podcast, at some levels every hockey player is very close when we talk about the physical aspect of the game, but what sets players apart is the mental aspect and the players ability to show up and perform day after day no matter what. And I couldn’t agree more. We all go through struggles in life and having the tools to be able to deal with those struggles is going to be crucial in determining how far and how well your career is going to go.
I hope you guys enjoyed this episode of the podcast, I know I really enjoyed sitting down and having this conversation with Jake and I look forward to many more to come.
Until the next one.
Happy training,
Coach Matt
In this episode of the podcast I answer the question:
“How can I be a better defensive player. Im a center with speed, but when the puck is cleared out of the offensive zone I have trouble jumping back into the play, back checking and I sometimes arrive into the zone late. Is there something that I should be doing in order to be faster at transitioning to defence after I turn the puck over”?
I share 3 simple adjustments that you can make to your game that will allow you to be a more valuable player to your hockey team defensively and all over the ice. Scoring goals is sweet, but if we can also take pride in keeping them out of our net it can often times but sweeter. The less goals we allow, the less goals we have to now score to win the game, make sense?
I also go over 3 “little things” that you can be doing during the coarse of a game defensively that will show not only your teammates but your coach as well that your serious about taking care of your own end and serious about winning games. Once you start adding these little elements to your game you will gain the confidence of your coach and start seeing more ice time and in all situations.
I hope you guys enjoyed this episode of the podcast and we will see you at the next one.
Happy Training,
Coach Matt
On this week’s episode of the HPT Podcast I share the story of how I got to Europe to play hockey in the first place. What it was like. And how you can do the same.
I also talk about what to do and how to react when you’re the odd man out or a healthy scratch. So many players let this affect them for way longer than it should and don’t bounce back and respond appropriately. I share with you a few ways you can do so and make sure that it never happens again.
I also share with you a quick tip for improving shot accuracy. Its something a lot of players struggle with and don’t work on enough. Having the hardest shot in hockey is irrelevant if it never hits the net. Remember that!
I hope you guys enjoyed this episode and are paying attention to the little things I say that you can be adding to your game, not only physically but mentally as well. If you have any questions you would like answered on the show hit up me and ill do my best to get to them.
Happy training!
Matt
In this weeks episode of the podcast I go through a few questions from Instagram. One that kept popping up was “How do I score more goals” What can a player do when they’re struggling and looking to get out of a slump and back on the score sheet. I share a few of the things that helped me get going when I was struggling and give you a few tips that I think might help you do the same.
I also talk about ways to overcome insecurities in your decision making process and how to play with more confidence and also being more sure of yourself when handling the puck. Confidence is king when looking to be successful in anything in life, and hockey is no different. I drop a few tips on you that I know will help build your confidence and keep your game going in the right direction.
I hope you enjoy the episode and we will see you at the next one!
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Happy training,
Matt
I recently got the opportunity to sit down and have strength and conditioning specialist Mike Mejia on the podcast. I get a lot of questions from all my players regarding weight training and thought it was a good time to get some answers from an expert. And Mike is certainly that.
If you’ve ever wondered when was a good time to start training or what exercises you should be doing in-season, or even how much time you should be dedicating to rest and recovery during the season, then this is going to be a one podcast you won’t want to miss!
You can find out more about Mike and what he’s all about on his website:
https://www.basesportsconditioning.com
Or here on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/coachmikem/
Let know what you think and what kind of guests you would like to see on the show in the future.
Happy Training!
Coach Matt
"To say My hometown wasn’t a hockey hotbed is putting it very lightly. I can tell you one thing for sure; I am the first ever professional hockey player to come from San Jacinto, California. If you have never heard of it, I completely understand. Let’s just say no one would ever vacation there. The hockey part of my life comes from my mom’s Canadian blood. Three of my four siblings were born there, and we bounced around from Canada to the US up until I was two years old. My brothers and sister played hockey, so it was a path that was sort of laid out for me at a young age. Because we lived in California, there wasn’t much ice around, so we all played roller hockey. At the age of ten, I switched over to ice and started my journey as a California hockey player. It has been the hardest journey of my life, but one I am grateful for, as it has shaped me into who I am today"